CVE-2026-26228
MEDIUMCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:L/I:N/A:L
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Description
VideoLAN VLC for Android prior to version 3.7.0 contains a path traversal vulnerability in the Remote Access Server routing for the authenticated endpoint GET /download. The file query parameter is concatenated into a filesystem path under the configured download directory without canonicalization or directory containment checks, allowing an authenticated attacker with network reachability to the Remote Access Server to request files outside the intended directory. The impact is bounded by the Android application sandbox and storage restrictions, typically limiting exposure to app-internal and app-specific external storage.
Analysis
Authenticated attackers can read arbitrary files from a VLC for Android device running versions before 3.7.0 by exploiting a path traversal flaw in the Remote Access Server's download endpoint. The vulnerability allows directory traversal through an unsanitized file parameter, though impact is limited to files accessible within the Android app's sandbox and storage permissions. …
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Remediation
Within 30 days: Identify affected systems and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Review file handling controls.
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